Mary "Jane" Poulson , LPC, LMHC

Mary "Jane" Poulson is a licensed counselor practicing in Washington who brings 30 years of experience working with adolescents and adults. She focuses on helping people manage anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family concerns, grief, addiction, attention challenges, and the everyday stresses that can undermine self-esteem and well-being. Jane combines a compassionate, down-to-earth manner with practical skills to help clients process emotional pain, develop coping tools, and work toward meaningful change.

Her clinical approach blends Client-Centered principles with evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness techniques, and motivational interviewing to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. She sees therapy as an interactive process in which she functions as both facilitator and educator, integrating complementary techniques to create a personalized plan. Jane is licensed as an LPC and an LMHC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and draws on long experience to support people facing life transitions, caregiving stress, chronic health concerns, parenting challenges, and workplace or career issues.

Reaching out for help can feel difficult, and Jane approaches each referral with respect and patience. She aims to offer a supportive therapeutic relationship while equipping clients with skills to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Mary "Jane" Poulson uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where the client’s goals guide the work. This approach emphasizes listening, validating experience, and helping clients build their own insights and solutions, which is useful for life changes, self-esteem, and relationship concerns.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is often applied to anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and stress management. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques are brought in for emotion regulation, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and coping with intense feelings or impulsive behaviors.

Determining the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Jane works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, adjusting methods as therapy progresses so the work fits the individual. Online sessions make this flexible collaboration easier by offering multiple ways to connect. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow clients to choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort level while maintaining regular access to a licensed professional.